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| Located in McIntosh County on the banks of the Altamaha River, the Open Gates Bed & Breakfast is uniquely situated for nature-lovers,... |
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... birders, kayakers, boaters and fishing enthusiast wanting to experience one of the richest natural ecosystems in the world. |
The Open Gates Bed and Breakfast overlooks historic Vernon Square in downtown Darien, within sight of the shrimp boats docked along the Darien waterfront.
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Explore the old-fashioned small town of Darien, with her rich pre-colonial and Civil War history. Stroll along the scenic Darien waterfront, watch the shrimp boats, and shop in the eclectic antique shops. Or walk with the kids to historic Fort King George, the oldest European fort in the United States. The Open Gates B & B is also the closest lodging available to those wanting to visit Sapelo Island, one of Georgia's most distinctive barrier islands. |
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Trained as professional biologists, your hosts at the Open Gates Bed & Breakfast will arrange for guided nature tours of the river, the surrounding marshes and isolated islands, all of which abound with wildlife.
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Built by a wealthy timber baron in 1876, the home offers spacious rooms with beautiful views of a memorial fountain, two historic churches, gardens, and our pool. A large cypress library offers a quiet comfortable setting in which to peruse the owners' extensive collection of field guides and books on local natural history.A full-sized breakfast featuring local shrimp and grits or other hearty southern-style breakfasts, fresh fruit and homemade biscuits is offered. Complimentary evening cocktails encourage our guests to relax by the pool and share the day's adventures before heading out for a fresh local seafood dinner.
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Your hosts, Kelly and Jeff Spratt, with their daughter Hannah, will treat you like family. Both Kelly and Jeff hold Masters degrees in Biology and work professionally with the preservation and conservation of endangered species. Hannah, born in 2000, has not earned her Masters in biology, but is learning the tradition of southern hospitality and environmental values from her parents. |
The Gift Shop features an extensive collection of field guides, local art, and nature-oriented gifts.
Directions: Open Gates B&B is located on Vernon Square about halfway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida. Take exit 49 off I-95 to reach Darien.
Rates $90 - $125
Open Gates Bed & Breakfast is a member of the following associations:
Georgia Hospitality and Travel Association
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Open Gates Bed & Breakfast 301 Franklin Street P.O. Box 662 Darien, Georgia 31305 (912) 437-6985 Fax: (912) 437-6985 email: 
Kelly and Jeff Spratt, Innkeepers |
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